So, the measurement system in the US
is different than what it is in other countries,
because other countries use the metric system,
but here in the US, we don't.
For example, we measure height in feet.
So, each foot measures to about 30 centimeters,
for example, if you were 1.9 meters tall, we would say you were 6 foot 2.
And the same thing goes for weight, in the US we measure weight in pounds.
So, if you are about 176 pounds like me,
that would mean that you're about 80 kilograms.
American measurements are important to keep in mind if you're shopping for clothes,
specially if they're a gift for someone else!
And the measurements that we use clothes that's also pretty unique.
So, for example, you might notice that on a tag,
there's two different numbers on the label.
This one says 31-32.
The first number is referring to waist size,
and the second number is referring to inseam.
Hey guys! I'm here with Georgy, who works at one of the most
famous stores in America!
He's a sales associate and we're going to talk to him about sizing today!
So, when you have international visitors,
what do you do for them to make sure they're getting the right size?
Well, the first thing that we do is we try to get their size,
so we show them a chart of pretty much the small, medium, large or extra-large.
And that chart, pretty much has the matrix of everything,
from sizing from different countries as well.
So, we try to just get their size
so whenever they're looking at a shirt that they like,
or button-up shirt or something, we try to give them two sizes,
just to see which one is fitting and which one works best for them.
Two sizes to try on, you mean? Correct.
So, I know that with denim sizing, too,
we usually have it go by waist size and inseam,
so it's two measurements.
Can you tell me more about that? Like, what's the order?
Ok, so for guys here in the US,
we try to go for the waist and then the inseam as well.
The inseam starting post of the groin,
all the way down to the ankle.
So, pretty much... I am a 32 by 30.
And it's awesome, because I don't have to cut my jeans or anything like that!
In other countries, you always go by the waist
and then after, the 42 is the inseam.
So, the inseam is always going to be 42 for other countries,
because the individual buys the jeans and after they buy the jeans,
they'll cut it themselves and tailor it.
So, if I came to you and I knew my measurements.
I know mine in inches, not centimeters, like the rest of the world.
I could ask you to look at chart to see what size I'd be for skirts,
versus sweatpants, versus slacks, versus denim, right?
Correct! A good sales associate already knows everything
as soon as he sees you and he's already evaluating "that person is a medium",
or "that person's skirt is a number 2".
So, you would definitely come to us
and we could also show you the chart that we have
and the chart would actually assist you in picking out what dress,
or what shirt you need.
Cool! And thank you so much! This has been very informative!
Thank you so much!